Owner`s manual

SERVICING AND CLEANING

Each installation site for any unit presents its own unique combustion environment. Speciﬁ c factors such as weather,

wind currents, yard debris, altitude, drafts, the size of the surrounding area, all have an inﬂ uence on the proper

operation of the gas appliance. A normally operating appliance will demonstrate the following characteristics:

• A lively, realistic yellow ﬂ ame

• Odor-free

If the ﬂ ame is not clean (identiﬁ able by excessive sooting on the decorative media), refer to the information below.

Some soot on the media may occur and should not be a concern unless excessive.

• Cover your ﬁ replace opening with a screen/protector plate whenever it is not in use, and follow the guidelines

below at least annually.

ANNUAL CLEAN / INSPECTION GUIDELINES

The ﬁ replace, gas appliance, and installation must be inspected annually. Refer to these instructions and the

appliance owner's manual for details. Performing these procedures will ensure proper operation, appearance,

and safety. WEAR GLOVES.

If maintenance is required, it must be done by a qualiﬁ ed professional service technician.

• Always shut off the gas to the appliance while performing service work.

• Allow the appliance to cool before servicing.

• The entire appliance should be inspected regularly:

Excessive debris can build up on the ﬁ replace or appliance from leaves, dirt, or other debris. It is critical

that all control components, burners, vent openings, and the surrounding area be kept clean and free of all

obstructions.

Examine that all components are properly assembled / installed as instructed in this manual and the appliance

owner's manual.

Ensure that all decorative media is properly placed as instructed in the appliance owner's manual.

• The appliance must be replaced prior to being put into operation if it is evident that the appliance is damaged.

Contact your local dealer for replacement parts.

• DO NOT use substitute materials when replacing any components of the ﬁ replace or appliance.

• Keep the vent openings and surrounding area of the of the ﬁ replace clean and free of obstructions

at all times.

• Periodically perform visual checks of the burner ﬂ ames. The burner ﬂ ames should be blue at the base with

a combination of blue/yellow at the body and tips. Contact a qualiﬁ ed professional service technician for

maintenance.

• To maintain the concrete components, see the CONCRETE CARE section for details.

• Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the appliance shall be replaced prior to operating

the appliance.

• Verify proper operation after servicing.

CAUTION: HOT DURING OPERATION AND AFTER USE. Children must be supervised when in the

vicinity of this ﬁ replace. Serious injury may occur! Children must be alerted to the hazard

of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.